If you want the perfect balance of performance, luxury, and usability, the BMW X5 may be the way to go. The Q5 has an average reliability rating of 3. Despite being more affordable than most luxury SUVs, the Audi Q5 offers a wide range of safety features, luxury, and technology. What the Q5 lacks in power and performance, it makes up for by offering excellent value for money. Based on anecdotal evidence and research data, we can say the BMW X5 has average to below average reliability.
The BMW scores good consumer reliability ratings from J. The RepairPal reliability rating is lower however, at 2. An extensive list of data can be found on CarComplaints, making it easy to pinpoint the year models to avoid when looking for a BMW X5 on the used market.
The biggest problem of the BMW X5 is stalling while driving. For those in the market for a BMW X5, the best model year with the least amount of complaints is You may also be interested in our article: is a BMW a good first car? The tires on the X5 can last up to 50,, miles depending on usage. Factors affecting the longevity of your tires include roadway conditions, driving style, braking habits, weather conditions, and frequency of driving.
Fix any problem immediately and follow recommended service intervals to keep things running smoothly. So far known issues are telescoping steering wheel motor not working and front lower control arm developing annoying sound. Engine itself like it was mentioned is solid. Transmission is ZF8 is solid too.
And it's an M Sport. So I don't know. Tough choice, but price is tempting. Corporate vehicle usually is driven by more than one driver. Most of these drivers will not drive slowly or care about wear and tear of the vehicle. The stigma of k miles is like 3k miles oil changes - some just can't get over it. Honestly, you can get one with half that mileage for around 30k. The extra 6k, financed, will be well worth it IMO.
Lieutenant Colonel. I would do extensive research. There are better options in x35i on this forum for mid 30s with half the mileage. It's worth the extra expense when buying from a reputable member. High mileage is not a dealbreaker to me I would try to negotiate it down to 20K and see if seller is willing to bargain. Major General. Violator Originally Posted by P1et.
On both my and my X5s, both needed the panoramic sunroof cassette replaced at 49K miles. A very, very expensive repair that essentially requires the entire interior to be taken out, sometimes seats and all. Appreciate 2. Buying a car is a luck of the draw sometimes, a perfectly-maintained vehicle may go awry at an unexpected moment.
I very rarely open the moonroof, lower level only, for my daughter to view the sky while on her car seat. Lmao mine has 48k and I literally might never open the sunroof again because of this post. You'll end up doing a PPI at 49, miles and you'll tell them the panoramic sunroof makes "funny noises".
You'll get the cassette replaced under warranty, and then never open the sunroof again. Originally Posted by menelaos. All times are GMT The time now is AM. Although repairs are frequent, the low cost of repairs means few cars are traded in with issues.
Highly likely cars will be traded in with a high frequency of major issues. So in essence this is a good estimate of how expensive it is to keep a car on the road reliably vs. It's also a good metric to balance out the superior reliability of some brands e. Lexus with the cheaper cost to repair some domestic brands e. Overall the Bmw X5 has a long term quality rating of Please note this is not compared amongst cars from the same bodystyle e. There are a number of things that impact the exact maintenance costs of your Bmw X5.
Generally these fit into a few main categories:. The region and driving conditions in which the car is used. The preventive maintenance the car receives.
The exact trim levels, configuration, transmission, and options and packages on the vehicle. Would you rather buy a delivery van from Boston or a one owner van from a Grandma in rural Southern California only driven to church?
Usage has a lot to do with expected vehicle maintenance costs, and in general the harsher the driving conditions, the more maintenance required.
Warm temperate weather. Hwy cruising commutes. Unsalted roads. Smooth level roads. Extreme Heat or Cold. Stop and Go Traffic, short trips. Salted Roads de-icing.
Pothole heavy hills. These routine maintenance costs will likely help you avoid the higher costs of unscheduled maintenance. Thanks to modern computerization and mechanical improvements to the design of the engine, new vehicles require less upkeep than ever before. Basic maintenance factors include:. Multipoint inspection:. It is recommended to get the following inspected each oil change. AAA auto insurance offers free multipoint inspections.
Fluid levels. Inflation pressure. Tire tread depth. Air filters. In addition to these basic maintenance requirements, vehicles often require some wearable car part replacements that ultimately affect ride quality. As your car gets older in model years or if it is a used car, you might notice replacement costs starting to rise. For example, your Bmw X5 might also require replacements. Your average yearly cost of owning will also rise in effect to age.
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